Starting The Engine - Honda 1989 PACIFIC COAST PC800 Owner's Manual

OPERATION

STARTING THE ENGINE

This motorcycle is equipped with a side stand ignition cut-off
system. The engine cannot be started if the side stand is
down, unless the transmission is in neutral. If the side stand is
up, the engine can be started in neutral or gear with the
clutch lever pulled in. After starting with the side stand down'
the engine will stop if the transmission is put in gear.
Never run the engine in a closed area. The exhaust
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contains poisonous carbon monoxide gas that can
cause loss of consciouness and may lead to death.
Do not flood the engine by twisting the throttle repeatedly.
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The carburetor has no accelerator pump.
NOTE:
Do not use the electric starter for more than 5 seconds at a
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time. Release the starter button for approximatley 10
seconds before pressing it again.
Preperation
Before starting, insert the ignition key, turn the ignition switch ON and
confirm the following;
• The transmission is in NEUTRAL (neutral indicator light ON).
• The engine stop switch is at RUN.
The red engine oil pressure warning light is ON.
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CAUTION:
The red oil pressure warning light should go off a few
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seconds after the engine starts. If the light stays on, stop
the engine immediately and check engine oil level.
Operating the engine with insufficient oil pressure can
cause serious engine damage.
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